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#1 ·
Just imagine. Unlimited data for an extra $10.

Bell's Instinct offerings

The Samsung Instinct will also be available with a wide range of voice and data plans, including the $10 Unlimited Mobile Browser add-on data plan that allows unlimited Internet access.

"We are thrilled to offer Canadians this beautifully designed and intelligent device. Accessing the Internet, listening to downloaded music or satellite radio, watching TV or using it as a GPS system, it's all a real pleasure with the Samsung Instinct thanks to its powerful touch screen and easy interface," said Adel Bazerghi, Vice President, Products for Bell Mobility. "Data pricing plans available with the Samsung Instinct will offer also exceptional value and let clients take full advantage of Bell Mobility's wide range of data services.
 
#6 ·
Yes they do, but they were also the first to bring video phone conversation to Canada. Now they are going to bring Internet TV stations which is a start in the right direction along with Sirius radio stations as well. Their GPS on that device blows Apple's GPS on the iPhone period!
 
#4 ·
Now that's what I'm talking about! I just saw that and was reading up on it.

Internet of 20 TV stations available, Sirius Radio stations all of course at an extra cost. And something we won't have out of the box with GPS, is are you ready? Navigational with voice comes with the built in GPS for this device. Plus all the other bells and whistle added on top.

In Japan TV viewing on your cell phone is something they have been doing for many many years now. Bell has it right with this device and it would seem like the plans might out do Rogers.

Plus, you are not locked into a 3 year contract, although that is an option!

It will be interesting to see what will be included in the plans. When does evening calls start? No doubt Bell will charge $35 activation fee and of course all the other fees. But, they are offering more value to start with TV, voice capable GPS, Sirius Radio stations and not locking into a 3yr contract. Like I said though, it will be very interesting to see what it will cost and what you get in the end.
 
#46 ·
One can always hope, 'cause pressure from consumers ain't doin' it.
 
#8 ·
kb244,

You're right, this may not be the iPhone, it may not act like an iPhone, but the technology inside it and what Bell is going to be offering is in the right step and a very welcoming move forward in my eyes. I'm now very curious as to what else this device will offer and what Bell's plans will be.
 
#9 ·
My daughter and I are definitely not getting iPhones at Roger's disgustingly low value rates. When our contract is up I may consider what I thought a few weeks ago was the unthinkable.... switch to Bell.

And to think all I could dream of was getting an iPhone. I longed for one so much.
 
#14 ·
Thank you, for that link. Answers some of the questions I had. Wow, Bell is offering a lot more up front then Rogers and Apple has up to this point. Plus, the Instinct also does video recording, very cool. I think Samsung have done their homework this time and so has Bell. The fees are still there and the 9PM offering, probably can work a deal out with that one. Right now, if I had to pick, I would be very tempted to go for the Instinct over the iPhone.
 
#11 ·
adagio,

I'm with you on this one, plus they are offering Windows Live Messenger and Hotmail built in, as most people I know use both services, they will be easily accessible on this device.

Wow, what a surprise coming from Bell today. Will I switch over to Bell as well? Who knows...... time will tell depending on the plans and services offered come August 8th. I know that I won't be rushing out to get the iPhone, that I know. So I will have time in the meantime to look at the competition.
 
#17 ·
I'm still on contract with Rogers so I have time to sit this out and watch what unveils.

I'm hopeful Rogers replies with a deal I can't refuse but I'm not holding my breath on that one.

One thing this does show, there is a glimmer of hope once we see some GSM competition.
 
#19 ·
Yes it's a pretty good offer from Bell.
They also have ties to Hotmail with Sympatico, so that's not a big surprise.

However, remember, that the iPhone is a platform and the wealth of apps and functionality will almost certainly dwarf Samsung's in the years to come.

Still, this can only be good news. They're certainly making Rogers look really bad. :D
 
#22 ·
You're absolutely right :D The iPhone is heavily depended on the platform and the software that will be released on the Apps Store. Apple is depending on this to make the iPhone a success. Although, this does seem to open up a little competition between the two companies :heybaby:
 
#24 ·
Is Rogers on another freaking planet? The iPhone would neuter both Bell and the Samsung Instinct if more competitive... WTF?!

There must be something else in the equation, in addition to the lack of GSM competition. Perhaps it is RIM pressuring Rogers behind back doors... if so, that shows the lack of innovation we have in Canada.

I'm with you Apple... but it may be some time before I get an official iPhone here in the Great White North. I will continue to use my hacked iPhone 1.0... or say the hell with it and go to Bell.
 
#25 ·
I hate to say it but I hope this takes off to put a lot of pressure on Rogers, even if it hurts iPhone sales. I have no idea how good this phone is besides the nice rip off design but I bet people will still go for it over the iPhone if Rogers continues to screw us. Bell always comes out with these unlimited things and then screws customers around if they use too much data so I guess we'll have to see what happens.

There definitely was some cheering for the GPS on the iPhone, I was in the audience at WWDC.
 
#26 ·
I strongly suspect RIM. I've stated that elsewhere in another thread going way back.

With true "value" plans, the iPhone on Rogers network would clean up on the competition. Absolutely no other device has garnered this much pent up demand. RIM will be creamed in the consumer market.
 
#27 ·
WOW!
As a business person the first thing I think is Rogers better be looking at this. They may want to rethink their pricing. I mean heck, I'd even pay $50 for unlimited data for the iPhone.
Bell with its new prices have just proved that Canadian companies CAN make data plans affordable.

On the other hand they have the exclusive rights to the iPhone and are the only Canadian carrier that can support the 3G --- so knowing that, I guess Rogers really doesn't need to worry.

We'll see.
 
#28 ·
I have to think that if Rogers revised their plans at the news of a 22,000 name online petition, this story, perhaps could possibly give us some more capitulation.

Bottom line is. I am NOW officially holding out for unlimited data. My plan ends in November, and if Rogers has done jack squat in light of Bell's shot across Roger's bow, that I can't argue with more for much cheaper.

The next 7 days are going to be very interesting to say the least.
 
#31 ·
I have said it as well, of course RIM had a say with regards to the iPhone and Rogers. The iPhone coming to Ontario steps all over RIM which resides its manufacturing and headquarters in Waterloo, Ontario. This is a huge smack in the face to RIM and this is finally RIMs competition. RIM should be worried, but have they gone to Rogers and pressured them? I bet you they have... they are really worried about this iPhone device. RIM and Rogers in Canada have shared a long many years together promoting and selling the RIM devices and services here in Canada. Like I said earlier this iPhone is brand new to Rogers, they have no idea what they're getting into, not just yet. Perhaps in a year or two from now they will have a better understanding.
 
#33 ·
I don't see why everyone is so worried...

If Bell is offering unlimited data, Rogers will soon follow suit. Not like Rogers will be known as the "expensive data plan provider" and Bell will become the cheaper one....won't happen. Rogers can charge what they want right now to get some extra money because they know people will buy it anyway....look at the insane amount of hype around the new iPhone and its introduction in Canada...!

The smartest thing to do imo is to get a iPhone if you absolutely want one and sign the 3 year contract, but keep your current plan. Use wifi to test out the waters and see how much you use the data option....as new plans are bound to eventually emerge for those of us complaining about the high rates, as every provider around the world seems to be going unlimited, we can at least expect competitive.
 
#36 ·
As I've never dealt with Rogers --- but say they do start offering unlimited plans in a couple of months -- can you then change your plan? Or if you sign up with the lower data plan and realize you need more, can you change the plan then?
 
#37 ·
So Rogers, are you going to step up to bat?

My Instincts are telling me where to go.

When I first saw this phone I though 'Crap'. But cheap crap is better then no crap at all!:D And Rogers isn't going to get a scrap out of me at their rates!:mad:
 
#38 ·
I agree with the Captain. The iPhone has created so much buzz online in Canada, with petitions, calls to Rogers and Fido, postings on ehMac and RFD; I have never heard of the Instinct until today. But hand it to Bell, those prices rock!!!
 
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